Two charged in connection to Stradey Park Hotel protest

Police will remain at the site to prevent any repeat of the protests which broke out there last weekend.

Author: Tom FeahenyPublished 7th Oct 2023

Two more men have now been charged in connection with disorder at the Stradey Park Hotel.

31-year-old Joshua James Morris, Llanelli has been charged with criminal damage following an incident at MP Nia Griffiths's office.

And 56-year-old Peter May of Port Tennant, Swansea has been charged with obstructing a police officer.

Dyfed-Powys Police says the current level of policing at the hotel is necessary for public safety.

Superintendent Ross Evans said:

“We appreciate that the heavy police presence can feel unnecessary, however, it is our assessment that the level of policing at the protest is necessary for public safety at this time.

“We are asking protestors to maintain the current peace at the site and appealing to them to consider the impact of their actions on the wellbeing of residents in the surrounding area.

“Please be mindful of these people, some of whom are fearful, who have no choice but to endure the disruption to their home lives caused by the protest.

““I would also like to once again thank the policing team who have dealt with the disorder at the hotel site over the past week.

“Public safety remains our priority and we will continue to listen to and work with all parties.”

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